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Sirens wail in quake drill across Indian capital

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A citywide disaster drill took place Wednesday in India's congested, quake-vulnerable capital of 16.7 million people, reports the Mainichi Daily News. According to the city, 9 out of 10 buildings are at risk of moderate or significant damage if either of two nearby faults release a quake of around magnitude 7 or higher.

"This is to prepare and see our strength and infrastructure," firefighter Atul Garg said. "We have to see our strength ... and to educate the people," he added as the exercise marked a strong shift by the city government in its readiness to address earthquake preparations.

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Themes Early warning Education and school safety Urban risk and planning Structural safety
Country and region India
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